Zendaya

Zendaya is an actress and singer known for her work in television, film, and music. She began her career as a child model and backup dancer before gaining recognition for her role as Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom "Shake It Up." Zendaya later produced and starred as K.C. Cooper in the Disney Channel sitcom "K.C. Undercover." Her film breakthrough came with her portrayal of Michelle Jones in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film "Spider-Man: Homecoming" and Anne Wheeler in the musical drama "The Greatest Showman."

Zendaya's career reached a new level with her role as Rue Bennett in the HBO drama series "Euphoria." For her performance, she received three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series and a Golden Globe Award, becoming the youngest performer to win in the category and the first Black actress to win twice. She also became the youngest two-time nominee in Emmy history for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series and the youngest woman recognized as an executive producer for Outstanding Drama Series.

In addition to "Euphoria," Zendaya has appeared in major film franchises and critically recognized projects, including "Dune: Part Two" and the sports comedy film "Challengers," directed by Luca Guadagnino. In "Challengers," she played a former tennis prodigy who transitions to coaching after a career-ending injury, earning a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. The Gotham Awards honored her with a Spotlight Tribute for her performances in "Dune: Part One," "Dune: Part Two," and "Euphoria." In 2026, she is featured in Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey."

Zendaya's achievements include two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Critics' Choice Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Satellite Award, and a Saturn Award. Time included her among the 100 most influential people in the world. Her films as a leading actress have grossed more than $3.9 billion worldwide. As a recording artist, Zendaya's duet with Zac Efron, "Rewrite the Stars," from "The Greatest Showman" soundtrack, charted in the top 20 and achieved multi-platinum status internationally. She also performed "All for Us" and "I'm Tired" with Labrinth at Coachella, marking her return to live performance after several years. Zendaya's career spans music, television, and blockbuster films, establishing her as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.